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Whether your “little one” is 3 or 30, all mothers deserve to be recognized and celebrated this May. Here, we offer some food-for-thought on the challenges and importance of your “other” job:

• “If evolution really works, how come mothers only have two hands?” -- Milton Berle

• “The phrase ‘working mother’ is redundant.” -- Jane Sellman

• “Being a mother is learning about strengths you didn't know you had, and dealing with fears you didn't know existed.” -- Linda Wooten

• (In answer to the question, "How can you be both a lawmaker and a mother?") “I have a brain and a uterus, and I use both.” -- Patricia Schroeder

• "You do not really understand something unless you can explain it to your grandmother...

At first glance, it might seem to make sense that eating at your desk would save time and help you get more done. But although it might seem counter-intuitive, many experts say that you will actually be more productive if you avoid eating lunch at your desk all of the time.

There are several reasons for this. First, even if you aren’t technically working in between bites, mentally it can feel that way. Your mind (and body) needs a real break from work, and a change of scenery, to recharge and have a chance to relax. Getting away from your desk for even a short time will help you feel more energized, boosting your productivity for the rest of the...

If you missed Reese Witherspoon’s interview on Good Morning America earlier this week, here’s a summary: She messed up, she knows it, and she’s sorry.

The Oscar-winning actress wishes she and her husband had used better judgment about driving after having one too many glasses of wine, and she’s certainly not proud of the things she said to the police officer who pulled them over, but what happened is done. She can’t deny it, and taking responsibility is the professional way to put it behind her.

Some may see her actions as damage control. Others may feel Witherspoon is genuinely sorry. Either way, she provides a good example of what to do following a...

We know many of you are seeking a new (or better) job, so to help you uncover valuable opportunities, we'll be spotlighting a job of the week. This week, we’re featuring an opportunity for an administrative assistant at the National Athletic Trainers Association, a professional membership association for certified athletic trainers.

Based in Carrollton, Texas, this position supports the Strategic Activities Department and assists in executing external marketing, communications, public relations, governmental affairs, and strategic planning projects under the direction of the associate executive director of policy and advocacy.

Work may include meeting scheduling and conference calls, setting up and driving Webinars, meeting planning, production of resources, committee...